Ohio Contemporary Ballet

OCBallet Center welcomes students wishing to study dance with its community Dance For Everyone (DFE) program! These classes are specifically designed for ages 13 and up. Classes are available for a variety of different ability levels from beginner to advanced. DFE classes are ongoing, and you can register for a single class! Please pre-register for all classes at least one hour before your class begins to ensure we can facilitate a seamless check-in experience.

Kate Webb of the Verb Ballets Center for Dance leads a Pre Ballet class for little ones. In Pre-Ballet young dancers will learn the basics of ballet technique, including ballet positions, vocabulary, and general class structure. Students will enjoy using imagery, music, games, and props to increase their posture, coordination, flexibility, and musicality.

Kate Webb of the Verb Ballets Center for Dance leads a Creative Movement class for little ones. It’s never too early to start dancing! This class enables young aspiring dancers to learn valuable tools such as spatial awareness, coordination, musicality, and basic ballet steps using fun imagery, games, and props. Ballet slippers are encouraged but not required.

Emmie Dietz of the Verb Ballets leads a class for all levels, all body types – This class is amazing for anyone looking to improve their flexibility. We will start out with a warmup for your joints and muscles. We will then be working on hamstrings, hip-flexors and hips or back and shoulders. Using active and passive stretching we will focus on releasing tension throughout the body as we stretch. You will learn a variety of stretching methods to deepen your posture and improve flexibility, range of motion, and technique.

Daniel Cho of the Verb Ballets Center for Dance leads a contemporary class. Join our dancers and instructors in a contemporary class for all levels! Our contemporary class will feature a fusion of ballet and modern technique, while pushing students to discover an entirely new way of moving.

Talia Rockland of the Verb Ballets Center for Dance leads a jazz class. Our Adult/Teen Jazz class is intended for students of all skill levels! Students will learn basic jazz technique, and increase their strength, endurance, and flexibility. In this class students will also learn jazz steps and short combinations.

Kelly Korfhage of the Verb Ballets Center for Dance will lead a 30 minute class for pre pointe/pointe work. In our teen/adult Pointe class students will utilize previously learned ballet technique while working in pointe shoes. These exercises focus on strengthening the feet and ankles to enable the student to gracefully and safely perform steps en pointe. Advanced knowledge of ballet technique is a must, as well as participation in a ballet technique class (any level) prior to taking pointe class to ensure the proper warm-up and safety of the student.

Richard Dickinson, MFA of the Verb Ballets Center for Dance will teach an Intermediate/Advanced Ballet class for students trying to get to the next level. This class constantly challenges students to refine their technique while learning more specific and technically advanced movements at the barre, in the center and across the floor. Grace, coordination, strength, flexibility, rhythm and musicality are all emphasized. This class will leave students refreshed and stimulated–both physically and artistically.

Christina Lindhout of the Verb Ballets Center for Dance will lead this class for anyone New to Ballet. Never set foot in a ballet class before? No problem! For adults interested in learning how to dance without any prior experience, this class will emphasize balance, coordination, flexibility, and core strength by teaching beginning barre exercises and simple combinations.

Richard Dickinson, MFA of the Verb Ballets Center for Dance will teach an 15 minute Ballet Barre for beginning students. For those with basic ballet skills, this class guides participants through the structured format of ballet barre work.

Christina Lindhout of the Verb Ballets Center for Dance will lead a Ballet Basics class. For students without any prior experience, or those just looking for a little refresher on the basics! In this class we will break down some of the fundamental movements of ballet technique, what they mean, and how to make sure you’re doing them correctly every time.

Christina Lindhout of the Verb Ballets Center for Dance will lead this class focusing on the strength and endurance of the lower body. Every major muscle group- quads, hamstrings, adductors, abductors, and external rotators- will be activated throughout the workout. These exercises will keep your legs and glutes strong and in dancing shape! For all levels.

Verb Ballets’ Trainee Program is geared for students ages 16 and older who are preparing for a professional dance career. The Trainee Program seeks to develop young aspiring professional dancers into professional dancers through a carefully and individualized study plan.

The company offers programs for seniors that emphasize movement to encourage socialization and wellness. These workshops are designed to promote physical activity, mental engagement, and social interaction among older adults.

The company offers masterclass opportunities as part of their outreach programs. These sessions are designed to provide in-depth instruction and guidance from professional dancers and movement specialists, catering to individuals seeking advanced training and artistic development.

Ohio Contemporary Ballet offers outreach programs for all ages that can be taken into schools, community centers, arts institutions, nursing homes and more! In addition, we can also offer pre-show interactives, lectures, dance residencies and masterclass opportunities. We aim to bring programs out to the public, meeting people where they live, work, and learn.

The company offers children’s programs that explore topics such as arts appreciation, literacy, STEM, and cultural diversity. These programs aim to bring educational content out to the public, meeting people where they live, work, and learn, making them accessible in various community settings.

Ohio Contemporary Ballet offers family programming. This programming is designed to be engaging for families and children, providing opportunities for artistic exploration and appreciation. It may include performances, workshops, or other interactive experiences tailored for younger audiences and their guardians.

Ohio Contemporary Ballet offers a variety of educational performances for children including Peter and the Wolf, Carnival of the Animals and Exploring Asia. Most programs can easily be performed in small theaters, schools, gyms, libraries, museums, and community centers. These performances can be paired with interactive educational opportunities that can be linked to Ohio’s curriculum standards.

Ohio Contemporary Ballet offers a variety of educational performances for children including Peter and the Wolf, Carnival of the Animals and Exploring Asia. Most programs can easily be performed in small theaters, schools, gyms, libraries, museums, and community centers. These performances can be paired with interactive educational opportunities that can be linked to Ohio’s curriculum standards.

Ohio Contemporary Ballet offers a variety of educational performances for children including Peter and the Wolf, Carnival of the Animals and Exploring Asia. Most programs can easily be performed in small theaters, schools, gyms, libraries, museums, and community centers. These performances can be paired with interactive educational opportunities that can be linked to Ohio’s curriculum standards.

Ohio Contemporary Ballet offers a variety of interactive programs for children including Shape Imagination and WiggleWords. These programs explore topics ranging from arts appreciation, literacy, and STEM. Most programs can easily be performed in small theaters, schools, gyms, libraries, museums, and community centers. These interactive educational opportunities that can be linked to Ohio’s curriculum standards. Ohio Contemporary Ballet is registered as an Ohio Artist on Tour through the Ohio Arts Council.

Ohio Contemporary Ballet offers a variety of interactive programs for children including Shape Imagination and WiggleWords. These programs explore topics ranging from arts appreciation, literacy, and STEM. Most programs can easily be performed in small theaters, schools, gyms, libraries, museums, and community centers. These interactive educational opportunities that can be linked to Ohio’s curriculum standards. Ohio Contemporary Ballet is registered as an Ohio Artist on Tour through the Ohio Arts Council.

This class is perfect for students new to dance or looking to build a foundation with ballet and contemporary techniques. Dancers will begin each class at the barre, focusing on introductory ballet technique and proper alignment. In the second half of class, dancers will explore more creative and expressive movement. Through improvisation and simple choreography, students will learn to connect technique with artistry. Whether you’re just starting your dance journey or looking to try something new, this class offers a fun and supportive environment to improve your technique and self-expression.

OCBallet Center welcomes students wishing to study dance with its community Dance For Everyone (DFE) program! These classes are specifically designed for ages 13 and up. Classes are available for a variety of different ability levels from beginner to advanced. DFE classes are ongoing, and you can register for a single class!

OCBallet Youth Academy is proud to offer the pedagogy of the Cecchetti Method of Classical Ballet under the guidance of Cecchetti USA. Through the internationally renowned Cecchetti USA Classical Ballet syllabus, students build a solid foundation in ballet technique, coordination, and stage presence.

OCBallet Youth Academy is proud to offer the pedagogy of the Cecchetti Method of Classical Ballet under the guidance of Cecchetti USA. Through the internationally renowned Cecchetti USA Classical Ballet syllabus, students build a solid foundation in ballet technique, coordination, and stage presence.

Children will be introduced to basic ballet movements while developing coordination, body control and self-discipline. This class will include creative exercises, song and dance routines and dance related games.

Children will learn and continue to develop the beginning techniques of ballet, as well as improve their coordination, posture, balance and gracefulness in this class. Students will be placed into level of class based on age or ability (recommendation of the teacher required if students is younger than the required age). Classes will introduce the Cecchetti Classical Ballet Program.

Parent and child will participate together in this class designed to involve the parent in the very beginning process of dance training with your child. This class will include creative exercises, song and dance routines and dance related games.

Children will be introduced to basic ballet movements while developing coordination, body control and self-discipline. This class will include creative exercises, song and dance routines and dance related games.

Parent and child will participate together in this class designed to involve the parent in the very beginning process of dance training with your child. This class will include creative exercises, song and dance routines and dance related games.

Parent and child will participate together in this class designed to involve the parent in the very beginning process of dance training with your child. This class will include creative exercises, song and dance routines and dance related games.

Children will be introduced to basic ballet movements while developing coordination, body control and self-discipline. This class will include creative exercises, song and dance routines and dance related games.

Children will learn and continue to develop the beginning techniques of ballet, as well as improve their coordination, posture, balance and gracefulness in this class. Students will be placed into level of class based on age or ability (recommendation of the teacher required if students is younger than the required age). Classes will introduce the Cecchetti Classical Ballet Program.

Never set foot in a ballet class before? No problem! For youth and teens interested in learning how to dance without any prior experience, this class will emphasize balance, coordination, flexibility, and core strength by teaching beginning barre exercises and simple combinations across the floor. Socks or ballet shoes are recommended.

OCBallet Youth Academy is proud to offer the pedagogy of the Cecchetti Method of Classical Ballet under the guidance of Cecchetti USA. Through the internationally renowned Cecchetti USA Classical Ballet syllabus, students build a solid foundation in ballet technique, coordination, and stage presence.

Contemporary is a hybrid of ballet, jazz, lyrical and modern dance styles. It is a ballet-based technique that allows a greater range of movement. This class focuses on centering, strengthening the body, increasing flexibility, improving balance, proper placement, body alignment, fluidity, and emotion.

OCBallet Youth Academy is proud to offer the pedagogy of the Cecchetti Method of Classical Ballet under the guidance of Cecchetti USA. Through the internationally renowned Cecchetti USA Classical Ballet syllabus, students build a solid foundation in ballet technique, coordination, and stage presence.

Dancers will learn how to work with a thera-band and other tools to improve strength. The instructor will also focus on core strengthening exercises, barre and some center work. This class is recommended and open to all dancers needing to improve their foot and core strength. Demi and/or Pointe shoes are recommended by the instructor only, but these are not required to take this class.

Contemporary is a hybrid of ballet, jazz, lyrical and modern dance styles. It is a ballet-based technique that allows a greater range of movement. This class focuses on centering, strengthening the body, increasing flexibility, improving balance, proper placement, body alignment, fluidity, and emotion.

Moving Connections is a unique workshop crafted specifically for older adults, designed to spark creativity, foster social connections, and cultivate a deeper appreciation for the arts—all through the joy of movement. Led by professionally trained dancers and movement specialists, this program offers a holistic approach to wellness, helping participants.